a repetitive DNA sequence at the end of a linear chromosome, protecting it from deterioration during replication, and playing a role in cellular aging and cancer development
语法信息
有生性状态
无生命
形态构成
复合词
可数
singular
not gender specific
复数形式
telomeres
例子
Think of telomeres as the plastic tips on the ends of a phone charger cable that keep it from wearing out.
